The Colorado Springs Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) has been developed in accordance with the requirements for local emergency planning established under the State of Colorado Disaster Emergency Act of 1992 and is aligned with the National Response Plan and National Incident Management System (NIMS). It meets the requirements of other State and Federal guidelines for local emergency management plans and programs. The Colorado Springs EOP establishes the structure for a coordinated response to various types of natural, technological, manmade emergencies, disasters or terrorist attacks.